Accountancy School leaver Training Programme 2025

Join our team at Kreston Reeves;

Are you currently in sixth form/college, or have you completed your A Levels and are contemplating your next career move? Kreston Reeves provides School Leavers with the chance to participate in our apprenticeship program within our award-winning and innovative organisation.

About out apprenticeship programme;

This program presents a remarkable opportunity to acquire invaluable hands-on experience within a professional practice environment, immersing yourself in the day-to-day operations of a leading accountancy firm serving a diverse clientele.

Throughout your training, we provide continuous support through regular reviews and feedback, coupled with professional and financial assistance, ensuring a fulfilling and challenging career path that enables you to realise your full potential.

We take pride in cultivating talent, and our apprenticeship program serves as an excellent initial step for aspiring professionals. Many of our partners at Kreston Reeves began their journey through our apprenticeship program, progressing within the organisation. We value and actively promote these success stories, fostering a culture that encourages and supports professional development within our firm.Dependent on which team you join, you will study for a professional qualification:

Audit - ACA

Accounts and Outsourcing - ACA

Tax - ATT and CTAOur 2025 School Leaver Training Programme is due to start at the end of August 2025, however earlier start dates are possible depending on the department/location.

Our Training Programme:

As an apprentice, your initial focus will be on understanding the inner workings of our organisation and your team, immersing yourself in the dynamics of one of the foremost accountancy practices. Along this journey, you'll acquire new skills. As you advance through the program and make progress in your chosen qualification, opportunities will arise for you to participate in exciting projects and broaden your experience through engagement with our diverse client base.

We're looking for school-leaver candidates who meet the following criteria:

• Good A levels, or equivalent (A*- C)
• GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent, grade 4- 9 (grade C and above)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident and passionate
• Excellent work ethic, driven and highly motivated
• Effective time and task management skills

If you don’t meet all of these requirements but believe you have the skills and enthusiasm to succeed, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and a willingness to learn as much as formal qualifications.

By joining us you can expect:

• To drive your career forward - your development is in your hands, and we’ll guide you all along the way
• Opportunities to develop a varied portfolio of work with different clients
• Strong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadership
• A genuinely supportive and collaborative environment
• A culture of learning in a stimulating environment
• Financial wellbeing - competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, life assurance, Westfield Health Cash Plan, income protection. Options to increase pension, life assurance and healthcare cash plan (for yourself and/or family)
• Leave - 20.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying (up to 5 days)
• Mental wellbeing - hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, employee assistance programme and counselling
• Physical wellbeing - we also offer voluntary benefits such as BUPA PMI/Westfield Hospital Treatment insurance, critical illness insurance, BMI health assessment, GymFlex, annual flu jab
• Recognition - monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
• Development - we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
• Diversity, inclusion and belonging - fostering an inclusive work environment with supportive policies, including reasonable adjustments.
• ESG - give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
• Travel - other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, travel insurance, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan

At Kreston Reeves, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We understand that everyone has unique needs, and we strive to accommodate them through reasonable adjustments. Whether it's adapting work environments, providing assistive technologies, or modifying processes, we are dedicated to supporting our employees in realising their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in our recruitment process or thrive in your role, please don't hesitate to reach out. Please remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request. Your success is important to us, and we're here to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all.